Author Archives: Harriet

Overwhelmed by sentimental stuff? Designate “memory museums”– storage containers, chests, display cabinets or drawers–for storing personal memorabilia. Plan to revisit the contents periodically, or at least annually; the process should bring up happy memories while encouraging you to weed out … Continued

Summer means vacation time for the lucky, but for the not-so-lucky it may mean preparing for a move. If you are dreading the packing and unpacking processes, here’s a mantra to chant as you proceed: “The less stuff I choose … Continued

One of the simplest time-management aids–and clutter conquerors–is a ruled, desk-blotter-sized calendar, located on the wall near the phone you use most often. A super-large calendar can provide a good place for notes and lists to come home to roost; … Continued

1. If you frequently misplace things, perhaps it’s because you move from place to place clutching something in your hands that you end up putting down somewhere it doesn’t belong. Make a conscious effort to release objects from your grasp … Continued

Overwhelmed by sentimental stuff? Designate “memory museums”– storage containers, chests, display cabinets or drawers–for storing personal memorabilia. Plan to revisit the contents periodically, or at least annually; the process should bring up happy memories while encouraging you to weed out … Continued

One way to cut down on cabinet clutter is to get in the habit of discarding inefficient packaging from frequently used supplies, replacing it with reusable, convenient containers & dispensers. Utilize clear plastic canisters that can be used for a … Continued

To prevent your automobile from becoming a clutter-mobile, do some decluttering each time you stop to get gas. After you’ve filled up the tank, take a moment to clear out trash and put your car’s contents in order. Having easy-to-use … Continued

Here’s a trick question: What’s potentially more hazardous–an over-stuffed file folder or an empty one? Answer: An empty folder–when it’s unlabeled and mixed in among full ones. Don’t make the common mistake of storing extra file folders in with … Continued